Beirut

Beirut ({{lang-ar|بيروت}}, transliterated Bayrūt - the French name, Beyrouth, was also commonly used in English in the past) is the capital, largest city and chief seaport of Lebanon.

Tourism

Before the war Beirut was a popular international tourist destination dubbed the Paris of the Middle East, with many international hotels and a thriving nightlife. In recent years the city has started to rebuild its tourist industry, with major construction and restoration works in progress in the ruined city centre, and a new marina. While rural areas are slightly more conservative, Western dress, including shorts and short skirts, are the norm in Beirut, except in religious buildings.

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Tourist - Paris - Middle East

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In addition to the city itself, a number of archeological sites are within reach, including Baalbek and Byblos, which claims to be the oldest continuously inhabited city in the world. In winter, skiing is possible in the mountains at resorts such as Faraya Mzaar Kfardebian.

Related Topics:
Baalbek - Byblos - Skiing - Faraya Mzaar Kfardebian

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